--- product_id: 32811890 title: "In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss" brand: "richie contartesi" price: "€ 40.96" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/32811890-in-spite-of-the-odds-a-true-inspirational-journey-from store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss **Brand:** richie contartesi **Price:** € 40.96 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss by richie contartesi - **How much does it cost?** € 40.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/32811890-in-spite-of-the-odds-a-true-inspirational-journey-from) ## Best For - richie contartesi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted richie contartesi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss ## Images ![In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/413kN60Lb7L.jpg) ![In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51LJaobpWxL.jpg) ![In Spite of the Odds: A True Inspirational Journey from Walk-on to Full Scholarship at Ole Miss - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31uuWa--2RL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read!!!! *by L***A on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 27, 2015* Being an ole miss rebel myself I was very excited to hear about "in spite of the odds" coming out. I went to the university of Mississippi around the same time as Richie and even thought I only got to hang out with him a couple times I knew this would be a good book. I love everything ole miss and totally obsessed with football. Now that I have read this book I would like to congrats Richie on such a big achievement. In my opinion this is a great book. It's a great read not only for Ole Miss fans but for young kids thinking about playing football and also their parents who are more than likely involved in the whole process as much as their kids. Not only is this book a good football read but the story is relatable to anybody who is trying to figure out their next move and how to fight to get there. I found this to be a great read because it is a very honest, down to earth book. You can feel like you are going through the journey with Richie, you get inside scoop above his beginnings and how he made it to Ole Miss and got to play with now NFL starter players. I also loved how Richie was there through the coaches transition because it gives you an idea of how the players feel and how things change for them and not just the score board. I loved reading about the "big game" and how you are shaped by this industry not just to score for your school but to grow as a person. As a teenager you don't realize all that the people around you are going through, how hard their situation is, and how little they might feel in their efforts to make a name in the football industry or any other industry. This book gave me a clear idea about how competitive this industry is and how much you have to fight to get where you want. it is not just about finding yourself but figuring out who you are, who you want to be and how to get there. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ For fans of Rudy Ruettiger. *by L***G on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 26, 2015* This is a surprisingly well-written memoir written by a man who pushed himself hard to become a scholarship athlete at the University of Mississippi. Richie Contartesi doesn't look like a typical football player, and throughout his sports career, he was told repeatedly that he was too small and too slow to play. Much like Rudy Ruettiger, though, Contartesi never quit on his dream. In the face of obstacles, he simply pushed himself more and worked twice as hard. As a result, he was eventually able to accomplish his goal of playing on a D1 team.I liked Contartesi's story, overall. He shows a lot of heart, and I respect anyone who is willing to persevere even when things get tough. I certainly admire his spirit. I was also very impressed with his writing skills, and I thought the book had a nice rhythm and flow to it.My only complaint is that the book could be a bit too "play-by-play" for me at parts (no pun intended). I didn't need to know so many specific details about each game. To me, that extra detail became tedious. However, I also felt that way when I read  Rudy: My Story , so I can acknowledge that younger and more enthusiastic football fans may not agree with me.Ultimately, this was a satisfying and heartfelt read. I enjoyed learning Contartesi's story, and I'd recommend In Spite of the Odds to anyone who liked the book written by or the movie based on Rudy Ruettiger.I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ He draws you in to the excitement of the game and you'll finish the book wanting to scream and yell really loudly for your favor *by A***N on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 26, 2015* This book is about football, but it's also not about football.It's about football ... Richie details his journey from a kid throwing footballs into bushes all the way to his last game on the field in front of tens of thousands of fans. He draws you in to the excitement of the game and you'll finish the book wanting to scream and yell really loudly for your favorite team. There's an insane amount of dedication and heart that goes into every practice, drill, scrimmage, and game, and Richie gets you excited about every step of the way.It's not about football...This book is inspirational in a practical way - yes, for guys who are wanting to succeed in football, but also for anyone who is in the middle of pursuing something that requires more than a couple years of work. People hear the short stories ... but they don't often here the stories of someone who spent over a decade in persistence going after the same one thing and what exactly that journey looks like along the way. Applicable both on and off the football field, despite a situation where the odds are stacked against you, Richie shows us that extreme tenacity can pay off in a big way.Our generation is so quick to move onto the next thing when it doesn't seem to be working...but the greatest accomplishments are won when we stick with things for the long run. This book is such a great reminder of that! Read it and be inspired to dream big and persevere! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/32811890-in-spite-of-the-odds-a-true-inspirational-journey-from](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/32811890-in-spite-of-the-odds-a-true-inspirational-journey-from) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-24*